Wheel sucker that I am, this would be an excellent addition to the stable. Does anyone have any info/experience with Leach Bicycles of Stratford/East London? In particular, how well were they built, and how well do they ride? The seller is Ray Etherton of the list (rey0531), if my memory is up to snuff.
A few things in the Archives: Mick Butler said the Marathon frames were reputed to be "duff" ( from the context that is "bad", but what does "duff" mean exactly? {Mmmm, Beer!}), and Ray Etherton had two frames, one a '60s bike he was keeping and one for sale dating from the '50's so Leach had some history and staying power anyway. Nothing else in the archives, nothing on CR, nothing on Google.
One overall picture on ebay, guestimated as a late 60's frame using Nervex pro lugs and a Cinelli style full sloping crown. Listed as having been made in Stratford, East London. Lloyds doesn't catalog transfers. Any information appreciated. Does anyone know if any UK refinishers has the graphics? Anyone have pics of the transfers?
or item # 270002969154
Thanks,
Tom Adams, Obscure UK builder geek in Shrewsbury NJ
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